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Patronage and Use of Library Resources among Gen Z Undergraduates in Nigerian Universities Okwu, Emmanuel; Oyighan, Diseiye; Oladokun, Bolaji
Journal of Digital Learning and Education Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): January-April
Publisher : MO.RI Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52562/jdle.v5i1.1492

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This paper investigates the patronage and use of library resources among Generation Z undergraduates in Nigerian universities. With the increasing influence of digital technologies, academic libraries face challenges in maintaining relevance for Gen Z students, who exhibit a strong preference for digital platforms and self-directed learning. The study aimed to determine the extent of library patronage, identify frequently used library resources, analyze factors influencing library use, explore the role of digital alternatives, and suggest strategies to enhance library engagement. A cross-sectional descriptive survey was employed, targeting undergraduates from five Nigerian universities. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire based on a four-point Likert scale, and responses from 219 students were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Findings revealed low levels of library patronage, with students favoring digital resources, social media, and e-learning platforms over traditional library services. No single library resource was frequently utilized, with institutional repositories and thesis collections being the most accessed. Key factors influencing non-use included limited accessibility, inadequate ICT infrastructure, and inconvenient library hours. Students strongly advocated for digital transformation, recommending social media integration, AI-driven assistance, and mobile-friendly library services. The study concludes that academic libraries must modernize their services to align with Gen Z’s digital preferences. Recommendations include expanding digital resources, improving ICT infrastructure, integrating social media, and personalizing library services to enhance user engagement and relevance.
Library and data management support for interdisciplinary research among faculty members in Nigerian universities Oladokun, Bolaji; Dumbiri, Rita; Nelson, Etido; Etefia, Etido
Knowledge Garden: International Journal of Library Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2005)
Publisher : Brawijaya University Library

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.knowledgegarden.2005.3.2.35

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Purpose: This study explores how libraries support data management in interdisciplinary research, particularly the challenges that researchers face and the role libraries play in providing effective data management solutions. The study’s objectives were to identify the challenges interdisciplinary researchers encounter in managing data and to examine how libraries provide support for these data management needs. Design: A descriptive research design was employed to capture perspectives from faculty members engaged in interdisciplinary research at universities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The study targeted a population of senior academic staff, with a sample size of 200 faculty members. A convenient sampling approach selected Akwa Ibom State University and the Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, as study sites. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire. Frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations, were used for data analysis. Findings: The findings indicate that interdisciplinary researchers face several challenges in data management, including data heterogeneity, communication barriers, variations in research methodologies, differences in terminologies, and ethical considerations. Additionally, the study reveals that libraries support data management through data management planning, data literacy training, data repository development, and guidance on best practices. However, limited resources and infrastructure sometimes constrain libraries’ effectiveness in these roles. The study emphasizes the essential role of libraries in providing RDM support but highlights the need for increased funding, resources, and training to maximize their impact on interdisciplinary research. Originality: The paper is one of the first to investigate the library and data management support for interdisciplinary research among faculty members in Nigeria. The study recommends that universities enhance data management training programs and that institutional stakeholders allocate more resources to libraries for improved RDM infrastructure and services.
Co-Authors Dumbiri, Rita Etefia, Etido Nelson, Etido OKwu, Emmanuel Oyighan, Diseiye